Sterling Silver Cream Jug - Antique Victorian (1890)

This fine antique Victorian sterling silver cream jug has a plain circular inverted bell shaped form, in the classic Georgian style.

The body of this Victorian cream jug is embellished with chased floral and scrolling foliate designs above a plain applied girdle.

The lower portion of the body is embellished with further chased decoration depicting a swan and antique fish design amidst water reeds, in addition to a large rose design to the lower portion of the handle.

The decoration to the body incorporates a scroll bordered cartouche to the underside of the rim and features the contemporary bright cut engraved initials 'EAJC'

The jug is further ornamented with a shaped undulating upper rim.

This impressive example of Victorian teaware is fitted with an opposing scroll handle with a leaf decorated thumbpiece

This Victorian cream jug is supported by three impressive cast and applied paw feet with impressive lion mask sockets in junction with the body.

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Date: 1890

This antique cream jug is an exceptional gauge of silver for its type, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the jug are very clear.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of Victorian silverware.

Length from back of handle to tip of lip 14.4cm/5.7"

Diameter 7.5cm/3"

Height 11.2cm/4.4"

6.5 troy ounces/202g